Jackie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The harbour built in 1439, is one of Newquay’s most picturesque locations and even has its own small beach to relax on. With a restaurant by the beach, and several other restaurants and pubs overlooking it, you can enjoy a drink or meal whilst taking in those views. Nothing feels quite so traditionally Cornish and relaxing as watching the fishing boats coming home with those spectacular sea and beach views in the background.
53 locals recommend
Newquay Harbour
North Quay HillThe harbour built in 1439, is one of Newquay’s most picturesque locations and even has its own small beach to relax on. With a restaurant by the beach, and several other restaurants and pubs overlooking it, you can enjoy a drink or meal whilst taking in those views. Nothing feels quite so traditionally Cornish and relaxing as watching the fishing boats coming home with those spectacular sea and beach views in the background.
Dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World by some, the Eden Project is a dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches.
Experience the sights, smells and scale of the rainforests in the Rainforest Biome - the world's largest greenhouse - and discover the tropical plants that are used to produce everyday products. Travel to South Africa and California, as you amble amongst the orange and lemon trees, olive groves and gnarled vines of the Mediterranean Biome, and in the 30-acre Outdoor Garden see hemp, sunflowers and other plants that could change your future, flourishing under the Cornish sun.
1111 locals recommend
Eden Project
Dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World by some, the Eden Project is a dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches.
Experience the sights, smells and scale of the rainforests in the Rainforest Biome - the world's largest greenhouse - and discover the tropical plants that are used to produce everyday products. Travel to South Africa and California, as you amble amongst the orange and lemon trees, olive groves and gnarled vines of the Mediterranean Biome, and in the 30-acre Outdoor Garden see hemp, sunflowers and other plants that could change your future, flourishing under the Cornish sun.
The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre, constructed above a gully with a rocky granite outcrop jutting into the sea. The theatre is at Porthcurno, 4 miles from Land's End in Cornwall. Events of this year include; Verdi's Macbeth, The Roses of Eyam and Romeo and Juliet.
545 locals recommend
The Minack Theatre
The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre, constructed above a gully with a rocky granite outcrop jutting into the sea. The theatre is at Porthcurno, 4 miles from Land's End in Cornwall. Events of this year include; Verdi's Macbeth, The Roses of Eyam and Romeo and Juliet.
food and drinks
Situated on Fistral beach, this friendly bar offers you laid back beer, whether you’re dressed in flip flops or your suit. The decking offers unspoilt views across the best surfing beach in the UK. Family- friendly, it also has sports TV, surfing themed videos, and live music or DJs on weekend evenings and for special events.
84 locals recommend
Fistral Beach Bar
Headland RoadSituated on Fistral beach, this friendly bar offers you laid back beer, whether you’re dressed in flip flops or your suit. The decking offers unspoilt views across the best surfing beach in the UK. Family- friendly, it also has sports TV, surfing themed videos, and live music or DJs on weekend evenings and for special events.
Paul Harwood, the owner, has lived in Cornwall for 25 years and is passionate about seafood having learnt his skills working with Rick Stein for 14 years in Padstow. Paul has also spent many years travelling the world gaining culinary inspiration and also fulfilling his other passion for surfing.
Situated right on Britain's most famous surfing beach, The Fish House is a small, cosy restaurant. The inspiration for the menu comes straight from the sea, using locally caught fish and shellfish straight from Newquay harbour. The menu is varied offering flavours from around the world. Paul and Elise want to provide the finest, freshest seafood available in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, overlooking the sea.
118 locals recommend
The Fish House Fistral
Headland RoadPaul Harwood, the owner, has lived in Cornwall for 25 years and is passionate about seafood having learnt his skills working with Rick Stein for 14 years in Padstow. Paul has also spent many years travelling the world gaining culinary inspiration and also fulfilling his other passion for surfing.
Situated right on Britain's most famous surfing beach, The Fish House is a small, cosy restaurant. The inspiration for the menu comes straight from the sea, using locally caught fish and shellfish straight from Newquay harbour. The menu is varied offering flavours from around the world. Paul and Elise want to provide the finest, freshest seafood available in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, overlooking the sea.
Neighborhoods
Newquay's 12 beaches offer its visitors miles of captivating coastlines for picturesque walks with stunning views and long stretches of sand for sunbathing and relaxing on the shore. Activities include sea safaris, fishing and boat trips around the coast. Newquay comes alive at night, as the sun starts to set in the evening that is when Newquay comes alive and the bars and restaurants are thriving with people looking for a good night out. Like most seaside towns Newquay has a vibrant nightlife with a range of bars and clubs as well as restaurants and take-aways from almost every corner of the world.
215 locals recommend
Newquay
Newquay's 12 beaches offer its visitors miles of captivating coastlines for picturesque walks with stunning views and long stretches of sand for sunbathing and relaxing on the shore. Activities include sea safaris, fishing and boat trips around the coast. Newquay comes alive at night, as the sun starts to set in the evening that is when Newquay comes alive and the bars and restaurants are thriving with people looking for a good night out. Like most seaside towns Newquay has a vibrant nightlife with a range of bars and clubs as well as restaurants and take-aways from almost every corner of the world.